“Egyptian Places: An Illustrated Travelogue” by Richmond architect Henry David Ayon is a rich and multi-faceted account of his visits to 12 of ancient Egypt’s most spectacular sites.
More »The Shape of the World: A Portrait of Frank Lloyd Wright
The Shape of the World (2017; Simon and Schuster) serves as the perfect introduction to Frank Lloyd Wright. The illustrated children’s story begins with the famous architect as a baby and carries through to his lasting legacy.
More »On the Shelf: Subtle Acts of Exclusion
While overt racism, sexism, ableism, and other forms of discrimination are fairly easy to spot, you shouldn’t overlook the subtler, everyday actions that normalize exclusion at work.
More »Book Review: Managing Design
Through reflective case studies and commentary, architect and author Michael Alan LeFevre, FAIA shares insights and best practices gleaned over a half century of boundary-breaking work as designer and design manager. Called a “self-help book” for those who design, Managing Design (June 5, 2019; Wiley) offers insightful, diverse perspectives, notions of empathy, inclusion, teamwork, technology, and new value propositions.
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